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If I get this correct, Meep, originally imprisoned as a destitute mute…thief? Meep learned letters and sounds to then declare his real given name as Lslwyn; origins unknown. Became adopted son of Dimian Duke Kalian Zusammen and Prince Talon Valoren of Dleth, brother to Lyrah Valoren and cousin to Prince Suman) Though many children inherited or falling in care of Royals became wards of the realm or state, Wyn is adopted as their son. As a son of the Duke he could be known as a Marquis (as an eldest son), Earl (probably most appropriate…so Earl Wyn) or Baron (though Baron is usually reserved as a land holder in their own rights), while in Dleth, if they recognized adoption he could be Marquis; but currently that would never happen as a non-Valoren, non-royal blood adoptee in Dleth. So son of Talon, Nephew to Rah, second cousin to Suman, and …hahahaha…great-grandson to King Sumerian of Dleth; Earl Wyn Zusammen. I THINK!!! Hell if I know royalty; the best I’ve been titled is a royal pain in the @$$! 😝

As any child will easily remind us adults that human nature is to scratch an itch or to pick at a scab; a bandaid is good for healing the outside, but is usually bad news and unpredictable for the inside (mental health). The culmination of Alex’s hidden emotion and the recent influences of Sebastian are taking a toll presently but maybe this is something leading to a great breakthrough for the Alex team.

So sad to see them, our misfits, all frustrated and disheartened. Really, Hanja and Tyren? Me smells a big ole rat 🐀, whether an old or new adversary, I think they need a hypothesis and testing to find what’s going on; magik light/purity and healing scans? Whether majik or poison, there seems to be more than meets the eyes, especially with Hanja and Tyren showing previous susceptibility. Also, maybe a decree that lets the Lords of the Council know that whether, expenses for planning and war prep, or absorbing losses from not be prepared, the lords will share with assets being “nationalized” if invaded or under hostile assault without offensive military actions; e.g. no serious prep can be invitation for invading forces. @demiurge, you are wicked; what are up up to now? Hahahaha Oh, the suspense!

I think it’s time for another food run to the farm, perhaps for…months. Young Karl has not had much time to adapt to city life; now the bombs are falling frequently, the trauma has been repeated, and Karl is far from any comfort zones…except for George and the Hopkins, and the farm/country side.

Hmmm, how much longer before Dani’s 18th bday? We need some Vinicius help and clarity here! The protection league is under suspicion for the assassination attempt, rightfully so, but The uncanny remarks are interesting, as the Princess mother is concerned that he not be “one of us,” not saying a Carandini, but one of us….curious; does the Royal Family have some undisclosed gifts that could likewise compromise them should Dani not side with them, giving even more impetus to kill him. Even if aligned, the Princess was focused of the heritage; non-aligned, it seems he dies by some Carandini hands…why, when Ciprian himself declares he fairly much fears no one…except Dani. 🤔 And why did she ask if Ciprian had anything to do with this? Suspicion runs high from the Vision of Vinicius in the lab, of which tributes of “for her” were heard, but likewise, is the Princess concerned due to claims of royal heirs? Is there history going back even before dear ole dad, the former King? Or is the truth centered reliably on Dahlia? Why is Dahlia of concern, such that fear runs deep to even mention her name…much the same as talking “rebirth.” Also, once again, why was Vinicius turned against his wishes??? Things that make you go hmmm 🧐

Hmmm 🤔, true that Dani is power, a designer weapon indeed; HOWEVER, every weapon has a trigger. Each of the obvious options assumes Dani will bark at the will of the owner; performing tricks at their will, triggering as obedience training allows. The problem with this smart weapon is that it is total sentient, with a conscience programmed by the creator, instilling logical application for ethics in morals, restraint in power (even his ability allows transformation of powers with inclinations of it being more of an defensive or policing ability), and the ability to take independent action based on independent logic against those wielding power against that best logic. The third option? This is the unknown as Dani is still processing the many inputs, with too much tainted data provided, not as requested, but more like fed propaganda and persuaded by the influencers, that are likely to block the collection of any data not supporting their cause. So the simplicity of option 1, 2, 3, etc, still compiles into a programmed response that may govern or moderate any of the above; or demand his own set of requirements to earn his support. He can be security and justice, …if protected from those overwhelmingly corrupting forces. Of course, the most powerful force in this sacrum universe is @C. Henderson, beyond Dani’s transformation powers, he can create, destroy, transform, or reform all powers, knowledge, and recognition within the realm.

Take care, stay healthy…maybe some of Dani’s blood to prevent those pesky bugs?? Seriously though, I hope you’re better and can enjoy some trouble free time. Best wishes!

Once again, Ciprian crosses Vincent with his interference, in blatant defiance of Vincent’s decree that only he would deal with Dani. Very suspicious that Ciprian impatiently demanded Dani’s allegiance in defiance of “his King” at that post-awakening meeting; where he was then warned off of Dani. Now this non-lethal yet focused, a strategic disabling, brings Dani to the crypt of this deviously defiant uncle. Ironic that he should hint at Dahlia’s?, Vinicius’?, stubbornness when he repeatedly defies Vincent and appears to have most assuredly defied his brother. I stick to my previous thoughts that Ciprian is responsible for the former King’s reputation against the humans; With mounting evidence I would not deny my suspicions that he killed Dahlia and set up the Royal massacre. Likewise, Vinicius knew more than framed in this portrait of murders. As Dani was created the statement from Vinicius of “this is for her” probably supports Dani being Vincent’s half brother…well perhaps less than half with the genetic splicing…he’s possibly his father and/or cousin too; 10% here, 20% there, 15 over here… 😝. Perhaps the mixed feelings of love between Demetrius and Vincent…hmmm, do they need Demetrius to get a DNA test too? OMG 😱 what are Dani’s choices without possible incest? Hahahaha An ironic twist could also be Vinicius making Dani sired by Ciprian but cleansed by the splicing. Ahem…focus… I feel Arani Deadnus has been betrayed by Ciprian before, used in his great game of Chess; and she wiped out the Royal Family with Ciprians aid. Already in hiding when Deadnus found enlightenment, Ciprian finds himself awakened with designer Specials to contend with and the head of that program magically evaporated….or was he. As he asked Dani, how did he die, who told you. Naturally a lying, murdering, deviant would not trust the word of others! Many twists with alliances too historical and numerous to sort without more discovery, but the enemy of my enemy comes to mind here; that and “these are not the Droids you’re looking for.” 😝 @C. Henderson, I hope you have more time to keep us from having to feed on live humans to survive! Thank you for this wonderful tale! Happy New Year…10,9,8,…

Poor Dr Spencer, he helped get Karl away from the initial damage and then returned to continue the journey to a safer location…to only find himself making is own final march. Even as he perceived his death to be imminent, he waved Karl off to save himself; so selfless, so sad. The compassion Karl felt, so strong and committed…Dr Spencer did not die alone, nor without a small return of human compassion…from a familiar “friend,” sharing their struggles until the end. Young Karl once again faces death, but not only that of others but now recognizing his own mortality too. Even his traumatic rescue of “not my friend” George has weighed heavily upon Karl’s innocence. Unfortunately, Karl's innocence has been more violently stripped by the same war that initially stripped him of family, home, and country. His foster family and adopted country are now on the frontlines of war, but at least Karl still remains free of the Nazi Youth Groups and Forced breeding programs; hopefully he will also manage and free himself of any PTSD. Given that Karl was with the doctor, sharing the same trauma, yet communicating and acknowledging their shared physical limitations should help Karl accept that the doctor was making his own decisions and that Karl was an equal victim; a temporal trauma allowing Karl awareness, as not responsible nor a failing party to the ultimate death of the doctor. This eases Karl’s survivor’s guilt and his PTSD; so hopefully his physical and mental healing will be concurrent, with neither delaying beyond a normal healthy healing and processing for recovery! Maybe Karl will get strength from some encouraging good news from home…, that they too are surviving, not living under forced labor conditions, nor having to support a movement just for the rights of nourishment and to live. Ironically, we learn that the young doctor has a child or children; what is the possibility that one may be called Rosemary? @LittleCherryBlossom26: G-lad that Karl survived, E-xcited for a healthy recovery, T-ears for those lost, K-eep George on task for his destiny , A-ccept the past, R-ecommit to the future, L-ive as there’s no tomorrow, W-ar requires strength, E-xpect nothing without risk, L-imit your losses, L-eave nothing to chance! Thanks for sharing, Happy New Year 2022!

Dang you @Krista, you have me in tears! Speaking as a person who had their dad hospitalized with a very rare variation and often misdiagnosed spinal meningitis long ago, this story is too close to home. Dad went from normal to nearly full paralysis within a day’s time. The doctors didn’t know what he had or how to treat it. Just old enough (12) to visit him in the hospital, I was told to go speak to dad as he would hear me but not be able to respond; the doctor was getting young ears away from telling my mom they had no leads and if things continued she should be prepared for the worst. I learned this much later, as mom shares stories now from when dad was alive. The doctor then came into the room and raised the covers from dad’s feet and poked with no response, he then came bedside and held dad’s wrist while checking his watch for the time (eyes of a 12yo), at this point he reached up and closed my dad’s eyes…..only to then to realize I was watching him, with full understanding of what that act meant from any and all of the westerns now known as classics. He quickly signaled like an umpire giving mini gestures of a safe call and said dad was asleep and the paralysis had kept his eyes open; “let’s let him rest now.” Dad did make a recovery though this was still before a cure was known. However, Guillain-Barré Spinal Meningitis is now easily treated, if properly diagnosed this many decades later, and has even become more prominent in Covid screening and symptoms watches. Back then around 60% expired and 40% had permanent paralysis; dad was a very, very, rare recovery without paralysis….though that was a long one year process, with several broken lamps and many bruises as dad refused to stay in a wheelchair or to use walkers. This new relationship seems to have underlying interest from both parties; though maybe one is testing, while the other is resisting socialization in general, mostly blinding him from seeing is own admirer. My bet has Ridley anxiously reading the Friday feature, as upon reflection, he will start to realize the vacancy within his life and heart; and Gabe has already parted the smoke screen, he doesn’t scare so easily, and he has conviction without apologies….just what Ridley’s doctor (mom) would order. Hopefully, mom doesn’t damage her relationships with these boys as she witnesses just how well Ridley responds to his treatment. @Krista, even with tears, I’m loving it already. You have a wonderful connection with portraying the angst and internalization of young minds, but painted within the broader landscape of life as it shades and adds color to the story. Thank you again for sharing your passion and craft with us. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL

No, no, no! I believe Dani has been honed and trained, be it vague but yet specific, for much more than a simple body snatch. However, in a parallel universe Vinicius could be the vengeful son of Dahlia, resenting that fact that Deadnus has stolen his just rights of revenge, in the name of his mom, his own forced dark-knight turn, and all that the reign of human suppression has laid upon humanity…nah, don’t think so. Dani is the product of a governmental commission with appearances for best intentions, however, being pre-loaded with opportunities for governmental or program abuse, which has come to pass; things Vinicius would have rejected, thus designing the ultimate chess piece, Dani, to counter objectively the irrational as proven in recent events.

Well said, whether subconscious within a PTSD induced nightmare or from living in a real life nightmare, Karl remains true to is nature; though longing for the country life, family, and simple manure. The reality of war comes to visit the home front; assuming George is ok, perhaps the medical staff injuries/shortages along with all the other injured, will be the final push that brings George back to life…and with plenty of purpose. Maybe his new relationship and the determination he finds in Karl will be the inspiration and focus he needs to get back on track and put history into perspective. Wow, poor Robert will really be kicking himself now, but likewise it is what it is, and it’s time to find his inner-strength and determination to best control what he can; and stop reliving the unforgiving past. His control is needed to bring a sense of calm within the shaken Hopkins’ residence; all the nerves are rattled but purpose must be restored.

Yeah really, the notion of commuting in an airplane sounds exciting, but the weather in that area is far different than the arid regions of Australia. With icing, severe winter storms, and just plain cloud cover and fog, it would be a weather related mishap in waiting; and he would still need a vehicle at the airport, as a bike is just as impractical in the inclement months. Likewise, a seaplane is a lot heavier and slower than its land counterpart; adding possibly 25-30% longer flight times, with worsening characteristics in icing, making the commute by seaplane even more dangerous and impractical; oh but the fun on nice weather days with public bodies of water.

Rasmus! Young but still pushed out the door, Much the price of global war. Father fears - to protect his son, Invading forces may like his one. Tow haired boy with eyes of blue, Favored child to be imbued. Country life make him seem plain, Not to be German, but Dane. Much to learn, a foreign land, No home, wrong tongue, for England. Found in street, abused and cursed, Given home, care, without purse. Street to floor to bed to share, With youth in mental nightmare. Deep depression, tub of red, Too confusing - much unsaid. Much blood needed - none did match, Until Dane blood did, no catch. Blood brothers, not once, but deuce, Save life, save face, adopt a truce. Despondent mom, brother met, With a promise to be kept. Low life desire, reluctant kiss, Puts Dane stomach in a twist. More touch, more kiss, they did try, Dane virginity gone bye. Penetration with great pain, More confident is the Dane. Tossed in bed, rolled in the hay, Country trip with naked play. Stroke a penis, pull a teat, Country boy life, can be sweet. City, country, harvest run, This chapter, shows us more fun! Karl, write your family a letter, Hope news can make nightmares better. @LittleCherryBlossom26, Rasmus actor, he be Dane, Casting him, makes you quite sane.

Like fireworks zooming and screaming to their apex…now wait for it…wait…wait…

Mom had the one consultation and that doctor had accepted her for care if desired, however at the time she planned to continue with Psychopath Dr B. Rapist…ahem…Psychologist Dr B. Stevens; did she have more or was it on hold by her choice, if not seen in between those visits it could easily be argued that he was no longer her doctor at all. Either way, now just have the new doctor do a follow up session with witness or recorded, record the dates care started, and request ALL RECORDS PERTAINING to her care. A law suite may be premature, but it too can be amended, and that would certainly justify the restraining order. Even if committed to volunteer in-house evaluation, it would serve as a restraining order as those programs have very restricted access.

@scrubber6620, please don’t take this as an attack of your input or logic, but rather pointing out a different perspective, both personal and of my understanding of historical context. It’s so hard to put ourselves into the early 1940 mindset and societal context. There was no internet for learning and sharing anything about sex; especially sex that was more than likely to get you executed. Libraries were prohibited from shelving such smut and even scrutinized minors for inquiring mature subjects in medical or educational journals “appropriate only for adults.” Learning about sex more often was by exploring, experimenting, and possibly trusting someone rumored to have experience that may teach you how others were “doing it.” Even several decades ago in my sexual formative days, books were still only eluding to practices without details to help educate a young gay man in the ways of safer, more compassionate, and more mutually synchronized consent. It was not unusual to believe entry only required Vaseline and the receiver would get use to and learn to enjoy submitting to “being the girl” in the act between guys. Assuming it had progressed beyond just being a cocksucker for guys unable to accept they were truly willing partners to homosexual sex. So while Karl feels the ache and desire of sex, and has become somewhat attached to George, he also feels the underlying sense that this is not seen, accepted, nor normal. Now Karl trust Paul enough to seek some level of counsel; ironically, Paul may understand George better than thought, as the older Paul may have had a younger George sharing sexual experimentation back in their earlier days. Somewhere within, Paul must have known of George’s special friendship. Either way, the relationship of George, Paul, and George’s lost love has yet to reveal a timeline that gives us the understanding of when, why, and how, George was on the streets; and when he became a more permanent resident in the Hoskin home. George is not in the military due to his vision, however the draft requirements could be changed based on support functions needed; unlikely, as every society needs a work force to support war efforts from home. @LittleCherryBlossom26, your casting script would be interesting so long as any spoilers are segregated or listed by chapters; so as to be selective by choice. Great job at trying to bring the awkwardness of young gay men and sex to us using a sheltered and much different time period; accentuated by the communication barriers within language, age, and experience.

Is that before or after the bloody nose routine? 😝

State police need to be brought in due to the conflict and corruption; ironically, the doctor and Benny probably just gave them the ammo to get the state investigation opened, and that should make things move rather quickly. These guys jumped from the frying pan into the fire by compromising ethics for coverup; the biggest indicator of guilt and/or foul play.

Blue collar translation….the doctor says “it smells like §h|t 💩 in here,” the policeman says “it looks like §h|t in here,” and the teacher says “history repeats itself and we’re in deep §h|t.” 🥵

Ok…Who is on first? Exactly!

Wow, so much deceit and deception. Has Morgana been vanquished by death or merely forced into an undesired transformation? Hopefully Thade will bring clarity in the aftermath of this entrapped battle the young had to endure. The Knights Bastian and Sage have become pivotal in this battle for the return of rightful reign; the underlying doubts in returning the sword evaporated into courage as they witnessed the transformation, then leapt into action against the legendary foe.

As with the Mishith that are incomplete without their other half, Mira and Shay certainly understand that feeling as they have an insatiable urge to become one…or at least to enjoy trying! 😊 Hmmm 🤔, a little one? A family? Miracle Jr? True to the Hartley name, Tytos Hartley is every bit as power hungry, but with vastly more resources. Now we have him standing at an ancient control console, much the way we saw a Hartley try to steal the aqumi node at the capital from Shay. Aqumi in the hands of a Hartley is almost as scary as the Enemy. Under the Enemy’s control you become a mindless slave to the master, losing humanity and awareness. Under Hartley you’d become a tortured human soul, every bit the slave but with the awareness of endless torture. Liberty lives! Much the way Shay liberated Mira, Liberty appears to be liberated but with a sense of belonging; hopefully that’s true and we can see more benefits of that relationship. The Herald is reconstituted and back hot on the trail of Shay; will Shay figure out the new gifts 🎁 before the Herald demonstrates the adaptive learning of the Enemy? Earth has been invaded, Hartley stands before an aqumi node, and the Herald has materialized amongst the lifeboat and command vessel that the ancients put all their faith for survival of our universe in. Wow; suspenseful doesn’t even begin to explain the momentum within this multi-layered series! @Stellar, thank you so very much for sharing this labor of love and all that it takes to bring this story to us!

If the ideal on 21 more chapters does result in a happy dance then perhaps Deadnus is the bedfellow for you! The statement of if only Graham could be Vincent’s mentor hints of promise that indeed there is hope for Vincent yet. Yes, Vinicius had great advise, with amazing foresight. Perhaps his talks to young Vincent were more impactful than anyone could ever know, and thru Dani perhaps Vinicius thru Graham and Dani is still having that impact today.